Ogdens, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6

A rare opportunity to acquire a 4-bedroom period house requiring refurbishment with approaching 11 acres of grounds and paddock, set in the most idyllic forest location.

Occupying a truly special position in a tranquil New Forest location, Padiss Corner is a detached house believed to originally date from the 1930s set in approaching 3 acres of grounds comprising garden, two paddocks, a manege and stabling. In addition, there is a further 7.8 acres (approximately) in the form of two separate paddocks to the south-west of the main residence adjoining Latchmore Brook, making it an ideal holding for those with an equestrian interest who would undoubtedly appreciate the setting and the direct forest access. The principal house and grounds would now benefit from comprehensive modernisation and updating and, subject to securing all relevant planning consent, the house could offer scope for further enlargement if required. The current accommodation is well-proportioned and benefits from an adaptable layout, with a good balance between three reception/living rooms and four bedrooms on the first floor. A unique opportunity to acquire and create a lovely home in a quite stunning location.

Padiss Corner is situated in the small new Forest hamlet of Ogdens within the New Forest National Park and the Western Escarpment Conservation Area. Arguably one of the finest settings in this part of the National Park, the open forest is literally at the gate and the property enjoys a magnificent location for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, including riding out, walking, and cycling.

Ogdens North is but a short distance from the neighbouring villages of Hyde and Frogham, between them home to a reputable primary school, garden centre and shop, popular cafe The Potting Shed and a public house, whilst there is an equestrian centre at Ogdens. The Avonside towns of Fordingbridge (approx. 1.5 miles) and Ringwood (approx. 6 miles) have an excellent range of shops, health centres, recreational facilities, as well as reputable state primary and secondary schools, with Moyles Court and Forres Sandle Manor serving the private sector.

For those seeking a balance between a 'work-from-home' and office-based environment, communications in the area are excellent. The local road network, including the A338 and A36, draws the regional centres of Salisbury, Bournemouth and Southampton within striking distance. There are mainline rail services from Salisbury and Southampton Parkway (90 minutes and 71 minutes respectively) to London Waterloo and international airports at Southampton and Bournemouth.

As mentioned, those seeking outdoor pursuits will undoubtedly be satisfied by the wonderful location and the glorious countryside virtually on the door step at Abbotswell, Hyde Common, Ogdens and Hasley Enclosure. There is a choice of local golf and angling clubs in the vicinity and sailing opportunities abound on the South Coast and at Spinnaker Sailing Club at Blashford Lakes, near Ringwood.

The house is approached through a metal 5-bar gate that opens to a lengthy, tree-lined driveway that widens to the front of the house, providing parking and turning for a number of vehicles and access to a detached DOUBLE GARAGE.

The garden is located on the south, east and west elevations of the house and is principally laid to lawn with a number of mature trees interspersing and surrounding. The two paddocks immediately adjoining the house are located to the east and south of the house and each measure approximately 1 acre. Both offer level grazing with the paddock to the south supplemented by a 60m x 20m MANEGE and an array of equestrian outbuildings comprising 6 STABLES and a covered wash down/grooming area. The easternmost paddock has a gated access opening directly onto the open forest at Ogdens.

LAND
‘Ogdens’ Paddock: To the south-west of the approach road and Latchmore Brook is a level paddock of approximately 4.37 acres with a gated entrance to the east and a entrance via the adjoining footbridge spanning the brook.

‘Gorley Lynch’ Paddock: To the northwest is a further, separate paddock of approximately 4 acres adjoining Huckles Brook with a gated access at the foot Gorley Lynch Hill and at the top of the paddock onto Gorley Lynch road.

New Forest District Council. Tax Band G.

Mains water and electricity connected. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage septic tank system. Fibre broadband cabling to the house (installed by BT) which provides speeds of up to 900Mbps.

Leave Fordingbridge travelling south on the A338. After approximately 1 mile turn left at the Hyde/Bickton crossroads (signposted Hyde). Follow the road, passing over the cattle grid and ascending the hill to Hyde. At the Hyde Common crossroads turn right and take the next left towards Ogdens North. Follow this road downhill for approximately 1/2 mile and turn onto the second track on the left hand side, which leads to the gated entrance to Padiss Corner.